2004 Dodge Ram vs. 2005 Lincoln LS
To start off, 2005 Lincoln LS is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 Dodge Ram. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Dodge Ram would be higher. At 8,276 cc (10 cylinders), 2004 Dodge Ram is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Dodge Ram (493 HP) has 213 more horse power than 2005 Lincoln LS. (280 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Dodge Ram should accelerate faster than 2005 Lincoln LS. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Dodge Ram weights approximately 557 kg more than 2005 Lincoln LS. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. Let's talk about torque, 2004 Dodge Ram (712 Nm) has 324 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Lincoln LS. (388 Nm). This means 2004 Dodge Ram will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Lincoln LS.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Dodge Ram | 2005 Lincoln LS | |
| Make | Dodge | Lincoln |
| Model | Ram | LS |
| Year Released | 2004 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Pickup | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 8276 cc | 3932 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 10 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 493 HP | 280 HP |
| Torque | 712 Nm | 388 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 102.4 mm | 86 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 100.6 mm | 85 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.3:1 | 10.8:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 3 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2268 kg | 1711 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5170 mm | 4940 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2040 mm | 1870 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1900 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3070 mm | 2910 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 98 L | 68 L |
